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One thing you probably weren’t thinking of? Toenails that turn black, and, in some cases, even fall off.
In most cases, black toenails in runners are not something to worry about, and for some people, it just comes with the miles , but they can be annoying and pretty darn unsightly when flip flop season rolls around. Here’s everything you need to know about black toenails in runners.The repetitive trauma due to the mechanics of running is the most common cause of black toenails in people who run, Jennifer Lucas, M.D., a dermatologist at the Cleveland Clinic, tells SELF.
You might notice a subungual hematoma after your run first as a small black spot, but over the next few days, the discoloration can grow in size, Priya Parthasarathy D.P.M., a member and spokesperson of the American Podiatric Medical Association, tells SELF. The drying of the blood can cause your nail plate to separate and loosen, meaning your toenail can actually fall off weeks or even months afterward.
For black toenails causing lots of pain, though, see your podiatrist. Your doctor may poke a few tiny holes in the nail to drain some of the blood and reduce the subsequent pressure and pain, says Dr. Parthasarathy. . It’s best to see your doc within a few days of noticing the black spot, since you want to get in before the blood dries.
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